Tajani revealed the breach in a social media post on Saturday.
Italian foreign minister Antonio Tajani has said cybercriminals are circulating his personal information on the dark web, exposing him and his family to threats and intimidation. “For days, cybercriminals have been spreading my personal data on the dark web and seeking other information, in fact exposing me and my family to new threats and intimidation,” Tajani said, adding that the criminals “are prepared to pay for other details on me and my loved ones. Tajani, who also serves as one of Italy’s deputy prime ministers, said he would not be deterred by the threats and vowed to strengthen security cooperation.
He did not link the alleged cyberattack to any particular group or country. However, he reiterated the Italian government’s support for Ukraine.
“I will not allow myself to be intimidated in any way,” Tajani said. “I will continue working to defend my ministry, and Italy, and I will further strengthen the ties and cooperation to protect ourselves together.”